2008 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2366 cc |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |