1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Jeepster | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |