1962 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |
