1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 500 Superfast | CJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
