1990 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 BMW 520.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 520 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
