1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 37 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 220 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 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Bigua | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2060 mm |
