1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Station Wagon | F-250 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3967 mm |