1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 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 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 782 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 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, 1963 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Volante | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
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 | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |