1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 784 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1964 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1964 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
| Model | CJ5 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |
