1995 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M5 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |