1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
