1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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 1975 BMW 1602. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 1602 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |