2008 BMW 550 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 21 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 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 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2446 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
