1999 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 330 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |