1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 1800 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
