1986 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 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 14 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 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:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M6 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 |
