1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 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 1092 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 2.8. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 2.8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |