1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Celica | X6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |