1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |