2007 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A8 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2060 mm |
