2008 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535.
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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 535 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |