1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ2A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ2A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ2A | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 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 | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
