1972 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |