1963 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1389 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 700 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |