1971 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 276 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 3 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
