1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 433 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
