2000 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 BMW 318.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |