1996 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
