1988 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Because 1988 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
