1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Bandeirante | X3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
