2007 BMW X3 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 135 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |