1981 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |