1978 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 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 233 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 725. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 725 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |