1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
