1992 BMW 540 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 33 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
Model | 540 | Rural |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |