1979 BMW 725 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 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 34 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 725. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 725 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |