1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |