2006 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 BMW 750.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 750 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
