1998 BMW 845 vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 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 98 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 845 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
