1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 2004 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
