1960 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 502 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
