1996 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |