2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 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 155 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Defender | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |