2005 BMW 545 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
