2003 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |