1994 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
