1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 626 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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 Tacoma (248 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1602 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |