1995 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Celica | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 550 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
