1996 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 467 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 545 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
