1991 BMW M12 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M12 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
