1977 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 520 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |