2007 BMW 328 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 328 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
