1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1964 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
