2007 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 530 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
