1995 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
