1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 179 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 78 L |