1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | CJ5 | QX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3075 mm |
