2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-350 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2040 mm |
