1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 2 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 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 625 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | MK IX | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
