1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 48 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 308 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
