2005 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |