1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 125 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
