1990 BMW 518 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 518 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
