1988 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 BMW M3 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |