2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB7 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
