1994 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
