2000 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
