2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |
