2009 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |