1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ2A | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
