1979 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 369 kg more than 1979 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
