1990 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 316 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
