2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 BMW 325 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |