1991 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1991 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
