2009 BMW 523 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 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 375 kg more than 2009 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
