1992 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 740 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
