2001 BMW Compact vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 42 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact 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 120 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Compact | 109 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |