1963 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1965 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
