2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery 3 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |