1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 14 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
Make | AC | Jeep |
Model | Greyhound | CJ2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |