1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jeep CJ | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |