2005 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 181 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
