1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 117 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
