1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 17 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
