1980 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 399 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |