1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 16 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, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 335 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |