2009 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
