1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 50 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 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 555 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Jeep | Lamborghini |
| Model | CJ5 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
