1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ3A | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
