2004 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 BMW M6.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |