2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 500 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
