1995 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
