1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | MB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
