1988 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 515 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |