2004 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |