1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Jeepster | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
