1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1947 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1947 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
