1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 38 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 993 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |