1977 BMW 628 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 628 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
