2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
