1991 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 901 kg more than 1991 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
