2008 BMW 650 vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 650 | MB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
