2001 BMW M vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |
