1997 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 BMW Z3. (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3. 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 Z3. 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 (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). 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 Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z3 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2745 mm |
