1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 3.3 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
