1972 BMW Turbo 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 Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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 (285 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3190 mm |
