1960 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 46 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 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:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 502 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
