1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 595 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |