1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1963 BMW 1800 and 1963 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 1800 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2060 mm |