1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 64 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1438 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.
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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ3A | LR4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2885 mm |