2008 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
