1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
