1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1462 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep CJ2 has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Fleetwood | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2040 mm |
