1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. 2003 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Bandeirante | 330 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
