1992 BMW 538 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 769 kg more than 1992 BMW 538. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 538 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |