1977 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 320 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |