1997 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M3 | 109 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
