2007 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 12 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, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |