1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ 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 255 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 634 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
Model | V8 Volante | CJ |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |