2008 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 27 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 374 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
