1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
