1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 74 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2.8 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3246 mm |