2008 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3980 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
