2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB7 | A 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 414 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |