1998 BMW 317 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 317 would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 317. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 317 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 317 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2745 mm |