2001 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 750 (490 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 750 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 750 | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3230 mm |