1985 BMW 324 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 324 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
