2005 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | 109 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |