2008 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
