1978 BMW 725 vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 725 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |