2009 BMW 745 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 745 | 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |