2001 BMW L7 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW L7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | L7 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
