2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |