1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 10 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB3 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
