1978 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 520 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |