2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 45 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 135 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 2004 Aston Martin V12. 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V12 | 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |