1977 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 194 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
