1997 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Celica | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 525 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
