1983 BMW 628 vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 BMW 628.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |