2003 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
