1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1965 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ2 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
