1995 BMW M5 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
