1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | CJ3A | A6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
