1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 2004 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
