1990 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
