2009 BMW 120 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |