1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |