2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 335 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3950 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |