1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB 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 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 734 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB 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 1943 Jeep MB. (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 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1943 Jeep MB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Volante | MB |
Year Released | 1978 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |