1961 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 501 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 79 L |