1987 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 652 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 320 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
