1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 919 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ2A | CL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
