1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cherokee | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
