2009 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |