1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 767 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB4 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 93 L |
