1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |