1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2005 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Land Rover | GMC |
Model | 109 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |