2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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 385 kg more than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1900 kg |
