1987 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 96 L |
