1998 BMW V12 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | V12 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3270 mm |
