1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB4 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |