1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 47 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB4 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
