1999 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
