1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
