1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 446 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Turbo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
