2000 AC Cobra vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | AC | Jeep |
Model | Cobra | CJ3A |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |