1995 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 520 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
