2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Tundra | Z4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 316 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |