1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB7 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
