1971 BMW 3 vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |