2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB9 | 109 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |