1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB5 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
