1956 BMW 507 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1956 BMW 507 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 507 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2060 mm |
