1978 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 520 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |