1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB7 | 109 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |