1975 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 316. 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 180 L |