1999 BMW 323 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 443 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
