1981 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 528 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |