1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | X5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2934 mm |