2002 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M3 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
