1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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, 1960 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |