2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
