1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
