1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | 316 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
