1979 BMW 732 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 732 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |