2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | LR3 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |