1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
