2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 550 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2060 mm |
