1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | M3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2761 mm |
