1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Z3 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z3 | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |