2005 BMW 748 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 BMW 748. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 748. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 BMW 748. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 748 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
