2003 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 458 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |