1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | Lagonda | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2060 mm |
