1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
