2009 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 970 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2060 mm |
