1998 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 328 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
