1977 BMW 732 vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 BMW 732.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 732 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
