2004 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 325 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
