1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 97 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
Model | 250 GT | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |