2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Tundra | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tundra | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
