2007 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
