2006 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
