1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
