2007 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 335 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
