1994 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M3 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
