1979 BMW 732 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 732 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3270 mm |
