2008 BMW 330 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
