1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 704 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Volante | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
