1958 BMW 502 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1958 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 BMW 502 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 502 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |