1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1960 Land Rover 88 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB4 | 88 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |