1993 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 983 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
