1990 Audi V8 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 31 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 760 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.
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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | V8 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |