1997 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 508 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |