2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 1995 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Defender | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
