2006 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
