1992 BMW 850 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 850 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
