1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
