1978 BMW M1 vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 108 L |
