1950 Buick 40 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1950 Buick 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2040 mm |
