1996 AC Cobra vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
