1991 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 455 kg more than 1991 BMW 730.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 730. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 730 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 730 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |