1988 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 753 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M5 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
