1992 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |