1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1960 Ford Taunus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 144 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
