1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 290 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
