1995 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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 221 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M5 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
