2007 BMW 120 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 120 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |