2005 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 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 |
