2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ 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 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 550 | CJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
