1980 BMW M1 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3230 mm |
