1992 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 BMW 325.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |