2005 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1970 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1970 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 530 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
