2005 BMW 748 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 800 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 748 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |