1992 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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 LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 530 | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 530 | LR4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |