1977 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 628 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
