1960 BMW 502 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1960 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1960 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 502 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
