1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 3.3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |