1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
