2009 BMW 125 vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
Make BMW Toyota
Model 125 Bandeirante
Year Released 2009 1990
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 97 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 Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2290 mm


 

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