1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 53 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 815 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2896 mm |
