2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Tundra | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | M1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2570 mm |
