1977 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 528 | Defender |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |