1986 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
