1983 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
