1978 BMW M1 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 192 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
