1982 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 628 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
