1981 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
