1995 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 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 M5. 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | M5 | CJ |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |