1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |
