2003 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
