1990 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3710 mm |
