1972 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
