1999 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (385 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 962 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M5 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
