1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 634 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 93 L |
