2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
