2000 Infiniti I vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 480 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 2000 Infiniti I. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | I | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
