2007 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |