1996 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 955 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 332 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
