1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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 350 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 550 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4475 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2969 mm |