1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Station Wagon | M5 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2889 mm |