2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |