2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-350 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2060 mm |
