1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 51 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 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti G37. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | CJ5 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
