2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 685 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
