1976 BMW 630 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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 1976 BMW 630. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 630 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |