1999 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 750 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make BMW Toyota
Model 750 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5370 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 103 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.4:1
Top Speed 206 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2730 mm


 

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