1960 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 50 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1960 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 Range Rover 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, 2010 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1960 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1960 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 502 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| 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 | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 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 | 2878 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |
