2000 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 325 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
