1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jeep CJ5 | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 996 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |