1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 328 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
