1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 65 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 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.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Jeep | Bentley |
Model | CJ3A | Continental |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2746 mm |