2008 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 740 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
