1991 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 180 L |
