1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Zagato | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 433 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
