1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 86 L |
