1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 2000 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |