1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1956 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 Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB2 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |