1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 764 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
