1974 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 883 kg more than 1974 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1974 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1974 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
