1983 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |