2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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, 2007 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 1998 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, 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
