2008 BMW 630 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 630 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |