1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | MK IX | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |
