2009 BMW 325 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
