2009 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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 330 (315 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 330 | 109 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2286 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
