2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 490 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
