1962 AC Cobra vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1962 AC Cobra is newer by 17 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
