1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 76 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | F40 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
