1985 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
