1996 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 316 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
