2009 BMW 330 vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
