1984 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 989 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
