1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 44 kg more than 1999 BMW 730.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Bandeirante | 730 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
