1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 36 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 190 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 1981 BMW M1. 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ2 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
