1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
