2001 BMW M vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 301 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M 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:
| 2001 BMW M | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
