1976 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 288 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 630 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
