2003 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 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 258 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | 109 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |