2009 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
