1956 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 507 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |