1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2011 BMW 528 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. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | 109 | 528 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2969 mm |