2007 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
