1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2004 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1020 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
