2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 75 L |
