2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | GT 500 | CJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2060 mm |
