2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M3 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
