1985 Toyota Cressida vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Cressida | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Cressida | X5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2759 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
