2003 BMW 520 vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 40 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 1160 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 520 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
