1992 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 616 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
