1983 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
