1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Jeepster | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
