1998 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 318 | LR4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |