1992 BMW 332 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
