2006 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1979 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 X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
