2004 BMW 745 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
