1997 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 543 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |