1985 BMW 324 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 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 132 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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 1985 BMW 324. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 324 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
