2009 Audi R8 vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | R8 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
