1971 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 42 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1210 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 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 3 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | (:1): 9. |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2745 mm |