1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1956 Bristol 405 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Bristol | Jeep |
| Model | 405 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |
