2007 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 18 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. 2007 BMW X5 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. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
