2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 696 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1990 BMW 850 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Freelander | 850 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3190 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |