1977 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1977 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Jeep CJ5 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 530 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2060 mm |
