1976 BMW 630 vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 396 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 630 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
