1997 BMW 850 vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 1997 BMW 850 and 1997 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 850 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 291 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |