1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 250 GTO | CJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2060 mm |
