2002 BMW 332 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
