1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |
