2006 BMW 730 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 730 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
