1957 BMW 600 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2780 mm |
