1998 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 664 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
