2009 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
