1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 868 kg more than 1993 BMW 5.8.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 5.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 5.8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
