1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
