1977 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 628 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |