1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati 420 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | CJ5 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
