1980 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 180 L |