2008 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
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 - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |