1996 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
