1987 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |