1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 55 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1061 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.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Jeep | Bentley |
| Model | CJ5 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2746 mm |
