1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 356 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | Mondial | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
