1994 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
