1954 BMW 340 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1954 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 340. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 340 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
