1977 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 BMW 320.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 320 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
