1992 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 268 kg more than 1992 BMW 530.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
