1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2060 mm |
