1941 Willys-Overland Jeep vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | BMW |
| Model | Jeep | 325 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
