2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 811 kg more than 1996 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |