2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 48 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-350 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2060 mm |
