1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1950 Jeep CJ3A is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Daimler | Jeep |
| Model | DE 36 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2040 mm |
