1998 BMW M vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M | LR3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |