2005 BMW 520 vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 520 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
