2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 328 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |