1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 108 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
