1999 BMW 330 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 330 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |