1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
