2001 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
