1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 540 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 1990 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | Virage | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
