1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 50 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1961 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1961 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ5 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |