1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 695 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 118 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |