2006 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
