1996 BMW 725 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 725 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
