1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 977 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
