2006 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 19 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2446 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
