1990 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 354 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3246 mm |