1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | 2-Litre | Defender |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |
