1992 BMW 538 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 133 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 538 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |