1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 42 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 546 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB5 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |
