1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 857 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1800 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |