2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 41 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), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | ST 460 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
