1992 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (227 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M3 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
