1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 798 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 3.3 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 104 L |
