1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1968 Jaguar 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | 240 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |
