2003 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 958 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |