1972 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, both 1972 BMW 3 and 1972 Land Rover Serie III were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Land Rover Serie III weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
Because 1972 Land Rover Serie III is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Land Rover Serie III 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1972 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 3 | Serie III |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
