2000 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 750 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |