2000 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 750 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Make BMW Toyota
Model 750 Tacoma
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5646 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 387 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 361 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 79 L


 

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