1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
