1979 BMW 633 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 633 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
