1988 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1997 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
Because 1997 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1997 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
