1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
