1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Vantage | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |