1990 BMW 316 vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.

Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
Make BMW Jeep
Model 316 Station Wagon
Year Released 1990 1946
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2650 mm


 

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