1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
