1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 43 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | CJ5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |
