1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 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 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB2 | Defender |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |