1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 48 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB5 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
