1981 BMW 528 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 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. 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 528. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 528 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |