1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 53 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ5 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2648 mm |
