1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | CJ5 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2751 mm |
