1977 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 BMW 520.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |