1994 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 952 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 730 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
