2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,950 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 555 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |