1981 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 745 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
