1971 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 304 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
