1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |