2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
