2001 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 745 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
