2008 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 523 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1835 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2922 mm |
