1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1963 Porsche 718
To start off, both 1963 Jeep CJ5 and 1963 Porsche 718 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1963 Porsche 718.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Porsche 718. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 1963 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
