2003 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Jeep CJ5 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 530 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
