2008 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |