1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB5 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 340 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 | 2055 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 |