1992 BMW 540 vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 1998 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
