1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | CJ5 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2761 mm |
