2005 BMW M6 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 433 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M6 | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
