2008 BMW 325 vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
