1964 BMW 700 vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1964 BMW 700 and 1964 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 700 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2060 mm |
