1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |