1972 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 583 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |