1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 704 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Volante | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
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 | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |