1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 962 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Vantage | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |