2008 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 BMW 740.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 740 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
