2008 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 320 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
