1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. (305 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB5 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 104 L |
