1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB6 | Defender |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |