1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 57 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 305 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.

Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.

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1954 Jeep CJ 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Jeep Ferrari
Model CJ 458 Italia
Year Released 1954 2011
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3687 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3520 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2649 mm