1987 BMW 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 750 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |
