1959 BMW 600 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1959 BMW 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 600 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
