2009 BMW 116 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 50 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 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 380 kg more than 2009 BMW 116.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 116 | 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |