1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 215 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 283 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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, 1959 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1180 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 |
