1999 BMW LMR vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 1999 BMW LMR and 1999 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW LMR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW LMR (355 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | LMR | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
