2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Aston Martin |
| Model | Discovery | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
