1971 BMW Touring vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Jeep MB weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Touring | MB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
