1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 56 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 557 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2779 mm |
