2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
