1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB2 | Defender |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |