2009 BMW 528 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
