1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ 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 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ | M1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 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 | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
