1973 BMW 3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |