1981 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 94 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
