2009 BMW X6 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1985 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4395 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |