1994 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
