1981 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 56 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
