1993 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 595 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |