1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 545 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB5 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |