1988 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 759 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |