1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1969 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1969 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2800 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |