1990 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 234 kg more than 1990 BMW 730.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |