1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
