1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z3 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
