1993 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |