1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |