1994 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.

Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW M3 2010 Land Rover Freelander
Make BMW Land Rover
Model M3 Freelander
Year Released 1994 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 3190 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 317 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
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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