2008 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
