2008 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
