1981 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |