1999 BMW V12 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | V12 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
