1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 508 Nm |
| 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 | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 104 L |
