1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Z3 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |