1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
