1986 BMW M5 vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
