1999 BMW LMR vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW LMR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 LMR (355 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | LMR | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
