2008 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
Model | 330 | Rural |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |