1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1969 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ5 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
