2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible (310 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible. (410 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make BMW Toyota
Model Z9 Gran Turismo Convertible Land Cruiser
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 310 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 434 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2310 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 96 L


 

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