1993 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 BMW 325.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 325. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | 109 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
