1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 693 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Dinan | CJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
