1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 995 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
