1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Turbo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
