1978 BMW B7 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW B7 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW B7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 1978 BMW B7 (627 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 1978 BMW B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW B7 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
