1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
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 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2751 mm |
