1995 BMW S3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 579 kg more than 1995 BMW S3. 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 (544 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
