2008 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
