1994 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 596 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 520 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
