1998 BMW 845 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 845 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
