1994 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
