1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 43 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. 2009 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
