1998 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 740 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |