1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Pickster | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |