1975 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 324 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |