1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2761 mm |
