1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
