1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 55 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1955 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | CJ5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2842 mm |
