1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 368 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 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |