1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1963 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 372 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |