2000 BMW 528 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
