1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover | 530 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |