1997 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | M3 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
