1990 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1990 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 850 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |
