1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Station Wagon | M5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1455 mm |