2007 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 328 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
