1991 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318.
Because 1991 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
