1992 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 332 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |