1957 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 502 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
