2005 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
