1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
