1953 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jeep CJ | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |