1977 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 970 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 320 | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 320 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |