1975 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 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 191 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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 320. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 320 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |
