1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jeep CJ | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |