1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 374 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M1 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 79 L |