2006 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (113 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | 88 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
