1981 BMW 518 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 518 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 518 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |