1999 BMW 740 vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 740 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |
