2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
