1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Station Wagon | Cayman |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |