Originally posted by Uriel 
Facts:
the jug could almost climb at fast as the 109.. 
 
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P-47D-40
Country of origin:    USA
Crew:    Single-seat
Type:    Fighter/attacker
Normal loaded weight:    14,500 lbs.
Dimensions:    Wing span 40'9¼"
Length 36'1¾"
Height 14'2"
Internal fuel:    370 gallons
Messerschmitt Bf 109G-14
Country of origin:    Germany
Crew:    Single-seat
Type:    Fighter/attacker
Maximum loaded weight:    7700 lbs.
Dimensions:    Wing span 32'6½"
Length 29'7½"
Height 8'2½"
Internal fuel:    106 gallons
Almost double the weight  but not double the HP. It should climb nowhere near as good.
Bronk