1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |
