1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 16 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Bandeirante | 535 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2969 mm |
