1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Jeepster | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
