2001 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 BMW 740.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 740 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
