1983 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
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1983 BMW 323 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 323 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | (:1): 9. |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |