1998 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 737 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 318 | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |