1983 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 557 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
