1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 1600 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |