1992 BMW 540 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 11 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 173 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 540 | Condor |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |