1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
