1992 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.

Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 545 1999 Land Rover Discovery
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 545 Discovery
Year Released 1992 1999
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1950 mm


 

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