2009 BMW 650 vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 650 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 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 | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
