2009 BMW 523 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 523 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
